Mechatronics

Origin

mechanicselectronics

Full definition of mechatronics

Noun

1. The synergistic combination of mechanical engineering, electronic engineering and software engineering for the study of automata from an engineering perspective and the control of advanced hybrid systems.
• 2012, Alex A. Kecskes, The Rise of the Mechatronics EngineerSo what's this new hybrid called a Mechatronics Engineer? Simply stated, these pros apply mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering theory and techniques to create automated, intelligent products, smart devices, and industrial control systems--systems that can then be "taught" to improve their performance. This is where many future engineering jobs are headed.

Synonyms

• electromechanical systems

Derived terms

• micromechatronics

Related terms

• mechatronic